Jiu Jitsu Dojos in Newport News
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Newport News,
VA - 23606 |
(757) 223-0373
Details: If you are looking for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Newport News, Virginia, then you need to visit Breakaway Jiu Jitsu. This is the place to learn self-defense, sport Jiu Jitsu or to just focus on overall health and fitness. Our studio offers different age levels and class times to fit busy lifestyles. Called Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) because it was developed and refined in Brazil, BJJ evolved from Judo techniques and is similar to Japanese Jiu Jitsu, but it focuses on grappling exclusively by teaching “ground fighting.” No weapons are used, and there is no hitting. In ground fighting, a person has more leverage than fighting standing up. A smaller person can more easily get the advantage over a larger person. It brings the fight to the ground, where pressure, chokes, and locks allow you to take control and overpower your opponent. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was instrumental in the formation of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), beginning in Brazil as events called “Vale Tudo” during the 1920s. BJJ is one of four grappling techniques used in MMA matches still today. The ability to participate in this sport is not restricted by sex, age, or size. It can bring a feeling of confidence and security to your life. Also referred to as the “gentle art,” it uses not only physical aspects but mental as well.
Newport News,
VA - 23606 |
(757) 831-7140
Details: We are a Gustavo Machado affiliate academy teaching traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai in the Hampton Roads area. Michael Bejoc is head instructor and is a three-stripe black belt under Gustavo Machado. Roderick Melvin is head Muay Thai instructor and a black belt under Gustavo Machado.